INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
ATTENTION INSTALLERS:
It is your responsibility to know this product better than your customer. This includes being
able to install the product according to strict safety guidelines and instructing the customer on
how to operate and maintain the equipment for the life of the product. Safety should always be
the deciding factor when installing this product and using common sense plays an important
role as well. Pay attention to all safety warnings and any other special notes highlighted in the
manual. Improper installation of this unit or failure to follow safety warnings could result in
serious injury, death, or property damage.
These instructions are primarily intended to assist qualified individuals experienced in the proper
installation of this appliance. Some local codes require licensed installation/service personnel
for this type of equipment. Please read all instructions carefully before starting the installation.
Return these instructions to the customer’s package for future reference.
DO NOT DESTROY. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY & KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
GEOTHERMAL HEAT PUMP COMPRESSOR SYSTEM
60 HZ
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ...................3
REQUIREMENTS & CODES ...................................4
GENERAL INFORMATION ...................................... 4
Before You Install This Unit ........................................... 4
System Sizing ................................................................ 4
Heating Load ................................................................. 5
Cooling Load ................................................................. 5
Well Seal Valve .............................................................. 5
System Design Capacity Load ...................................... 5
Vertical Elevation Differential Design ............................ 5
Seasonal Transition ....................................................... 5
Heating To Cooling Transition ..................................... 5
Cooling To Heating Transition ..................................... 5
Locating The Equipment................................................ 5
Line Set Sizing Between Compressor Unit &
Air Handler ..................................................................... 6
Insulating Interior Line Sets ........................................... 6
Use IsolationType Hangers ............................................ 6
Brazing .......................................................................... 6
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS ...............................7
Pre-Electrical Checklist ................................................. 7
Line Voltage ................................................................... 7
Grounding ...................................................................... 7
Thermostat Requirements ............................................. 7
Compressor Electrical ................................................... 8
REFRIGERANT CHARGING & UNIT START UP ...8
Safety Requirements for Refrigerant Charging ............. 9
Pulling A Vacuum .......................................................... 10
Recommended R-410A Charging Procedure ................ 10
Initial Charge ................................................................. 10
Starting In Heating Mode & Charging To Sight Glass ... 10
System Check ............................................................... 11
Air Circulation - Indoor Blower ................................... 11
System Heating .......................................................... 11
OPERATING SEQUENCE .......................................11
Cooling .......................................................................... 11
Heating .......................................................................... 11
UNIT MAINTENANCE ..............................................12
Filter / Drier .................................................................... 12
Replacing the Oil Separator Filter ................................. 12
Adding Compressor Oil ................................................. 12
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................13
Two Digit Display ........................................................... 13
Loss Of Capacity ........................................................... 14
Restricted Refrigerant System ...................................... 14
Sand Or Dirt In The Sub-Surface Tubing ...................... 14
Operating pressures Are Too High Or Too Low ............ 15
The System Doesn’t Supply Warmed Air In The Winter
Or Cooled Air In The Summer ....................................... 15
The Compressor Unit Will Not Start .............................. 15
The System Will Not Maintain The Thermostat
Set Point ........................................................................ 15
The Supply Temperature Is Too Cold ............................ 15
FIGURES & TABLES ...............................................16
INSTALLATION / PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST .. 20
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read all instructions before servicing this equipment.
Pay attention to all safety warnings and any other special
notes highlighted in the manual. Safety markings are used
frequently throughout this manual to designate a degree or
level of seriousness and should not be ignored.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if
not avoided, could result in personal injury or death.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or property
damage.
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury or property damage.
Improper servicing could result in dangerous
operation, serious injury, death or property damage.
to the unit.
disconnecting. Reconnect wires correctly.
NOTE TO INSTALLER
READ THIS BEFORE YOU DIG!
Before you begin digging, you need to have possible
underground electric, gas, water, or other utilities
located. Many areas have a “One Call” number that may
assist in (but should not necessarily be relied upon)
locating underground utilities. Some state laws require
that a locate request be placed at least three (3) working
days prior to any digging projects. The utilities should
respond to your request by marking the approximate
location of their utilities or notifying you that they have
no utilities in your dig site area. After confirming utility
response, you can then proceed with your excavation
avoiding damages. Failure to check for, and to avoid
underground utilities may result in physical injury or
death.
WARNING:
Do not place combustible material on or against the
unit cabinet. Do not place combustible materials,
including gasoline and any other flammable vapors
and liquids, in the vicinity of the unit.
WARNING:
These units are charged with holding charge of
nitrogen at the factory. If repairs make it necessary for
evacuation and charging, it should only be attempted
by qualified, trained personnel thoroughly familiar
with this equipment. Some local codes require
licensed installation service personnel to service
this type of equipment. Under no circumstances
should the equipment owner attempt to install and/
or service this equipment. Failure to comply with
this warning could result in equipment damage,
personal injury, or death.
WARNING:
This product contains fiberglass wool. Disturbing
the insulation of this product during installation,
maintenance, or repair will expose you to fiberglass
wool.
irritations.
skin sensitization, or other allergic responses in
susceptible individuals.
sleeved shirt, and appropriate breathing protection
when working near this insulation. If contact with
skin occurs, wash immediately with soap and water.
In case of contact with eyes, flush immediately with
water for at least 15 minutes. Contact a physician
if needed.
WARNING:
The information listed below and on the next page
must be followed during the installation, service,
and operation of this unit. Unqualified individuals
should not attempt to interpret these instructions
or install this equipment. Failure to follow safety
recommendations could result in possible damage
to the equipment, serious personal injury or death.
• Theinstallershouldbecomefamiliarwiththeunitswiring
diagram before making any electrical connections to the
unit. See the unit wiring label or Figure 7 (page 17).
• Beforebeginningtheinstallation,verifythattheunitiscorrect
for the job. The unit’s model number is printed on the data
label.
• Installation of equipment will require brazing operations.
Installer must comply with OSHA safety codes and wear
appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses & work
gloves, etc.) when performing brazing operations. Have a
fire extinguisher available in the event of an emergency.
• Whenworkingonanycompressor,airhandler,fan,contactor,
capacitor, electrical breaker/fuse, cut-off switch, time delay,
wiring, circuit board, or other electrical equipment, there
is always a danger of bodily injury or death from electrical
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shock. Do not work on electrical equipment unless you are
adequately trained, qualified, and are properly licensed.
• Thisequipmentmaycontainliquidandgaseousrefrigerant
under high pressure. Installation or servicing should only be
performed by qualified trained personnel thoroughly familiar
with this type equipment.
• This equipment is NOT to be used for temporary heating
of buildings or structures under construction.
• Use caution when handling this appliance or removing
components. Personal injury can occur from sharp metal
edges present in all sheet metal constructed equipment.
• Follow all precautions in the literature, on tags, and on
labels provided with the equipment. Read and thoroughly
understand the instructions provided with the equipment
prior to performing the installation and operational checkout
of the equipment.
• Suggestions and procedures in this manual are general
guidelines only, and must be disregarded if they in any
way contradict the electrical component’s equipment
manufacturer’s guidelines. It is the dealer’s/service
technician’s sole responsibility to insure all electrical tests
and service are performed in strict accord with all applicable
codes and with the respective electrical component’s
manufacture’s guidelines and directions.
REQUIREMENTS & CODES
regulations which govern the installation of this
type of equipment. Local codes and regulations take
precedence over any recommendations contained in
these instructions. Consult local building codes and the
National Electrical Code (NEC) for special installation
requirements.
• Allelectricalwiringmustbecompletedinaccordancewith
local, state and national codes and regulations and with the
National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) or in Canada the
Canadian Electric Code Part 1 CSA C.22.1.
• Designtheductworkaccordingtomethodsdescribedby
the Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA). This
unit should be sized to provide the design load requirement.
Load estimates can be made using approved methods
available from Air Conditioning Contractors of America
(Manual J); American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and
Air Conditioning Engineers; or other approved engineering
methods.
• Thisunitisdesignedforindoorandoutdoorinstallationsand
should be located with consideration given to the accessibility
of fuel, electric power, service access, noise, shade, and
drainage for the units condensate drainage. Install this unit
only in a location and position as specified on page 5.
• Checkforundergroundutilities.Manyareashavea“One
Call” number that may assist in (but should not necessarily be
relied upon) locating underground utilities. Failure to comply
with local laws may subject the homeowner or excavator to
expensive fines, legal fees or prosecution. Failure to check
for, and to avoid, underground utilities may also result in
physical injury or death.
• Obtainallrequisitepermits(Federal,State,and/orLocal)
prior to commencing work. This may include mechanical,
electrical, drilling/excavation, erosion control, and grouting
permits. Additionally, some subdivision developments
and/or some homeowner associations have certain
landscaping, etc., requirements where approvals must be
obtained prior to excavation and/or equipment positioning.
Ascertain the location of all underground utilities and
objects prior to any drilling and/or excavation.
• Itistheinstalling/servicingdealer’s/authorizedcontractor’s
sole responsibility to obtain and possess, or to insure the
appropriate possession of, all necessary licenses prior to
installing or servicing.
• Checkforfullandcompletecompliancewithallapplicable
local mechanical, drilling, excavation, grouting, erosion
control, and building codes, and check for full and complete
compliance with all applicable national codes/regulations
(such as OSHA and the National Electrical Codes, the
“NEC”,forexample).
GENERAL INFORMATION
Geothermal heating/cooling systems operate via sub-surface
conductive heat transfer, using the naturally renewable
temperature of the earth’s crust as a heat source in the winter,
and as a heat sink in the summer. Within any climate zone, the
weather, and underground conditions vary from place to place.
To determine your climate zone, see Figure 9 (page 19).
This geothermal heat pump system contains an earth loop that
includes a vapor line, an insulated liquid line, and a bottom
segment called a torpedo. See Figure 8 (page 18).
This unit has been tested for capacity and efficiency and
will provide many years of safe and dependable comfort,
providing it is properly installed and maintained. With regular
maintenance, this unit will operate satisfactorily year after
year. Abuse, improper use, and/or improper maintenance can
shorten the life of the appliance and create unsafe hazards.
To achieve optimum performance and minimize equipment
failure, it is recommended that periodic maintenance be
performed on this unit. The ability to properly perform
maintenance on this equipment requires certain tools and
mechanical skills. See page 12 for additional maintenance
information.
Before You Install This Unit
√ The cooling and heating load of the area to be conditioned
must be calculated and a system of the proper capacity
selected.
√ Check the electrical supply and verify the power supply is
adequate for unit operation.
√ The indoor section (air handler, furnace, etc) should be
installed before routing the refrigerant tubing. Refer to the
installation instructions supplied with the air handler or
furnace.
√ All units are securely packed at the time of shipment and
upon arrival should be carefully inspected for damage prior
to installing the equipment at the job site. Claims for damage
(apparent or concealed) should be filed immediately with
the carrier.
√ Please consult your dealer for maintenance information
and availability of maintenance contracts. Please read all
instructions before installing the unit.
System Sizing
Make sure the system has been properly sized prior to
installation. The system must be sized using ACCA Manual
J, or similar, load sizing criteria.
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Heating Load
Heating design loads must be calculated using at least 99 %
design dry bulb temperature (as listed in the ACCA Manual J
Table 1A) for the desired geographic location. If a thermostat
temperature setting warmer than the typical 65° F to 70° F
design range is preferred, this must be taken into account
as the load will be increased. The system must always be
furnished with a back-up auxiliary heating system, such as
electric strip heat.
Cooling Load
• Coolingdesignloadsmustbecalculatedusingatleast1%
design dry bulb temperature (in Air Conditioning Contractors
of America (ACCA) Manual J Table 1) criteria for the desired
geographic location. This means design temperatures should
not be exceeded more than 1% of the time in the cooling
mode. The system and wells must be sized with enough
capacity to handle 99% of the cooling loads encountered
throughout the year in any particular geographic location.
• Ifthermostattemperaturesettingscoolerthan75°Frange
is preferred, this must be taken into account as the load will
be increased.
• Short-cyclingforamoderatelyoversizedsystemdoesnot
present the dehumidification problems that it does for an
air-source design, because of the cooler heat sink in a
geothermal heat pump.
For 4 and 5 ton systems, the compressor section is equipped
with an earth loop seal valve assembly to keep most of the
refrigerant in the earth loop during the off cycle. The assembly
consists of a vapor line solenoid valve and a check valve for
cooling mode. The solenoid valve is opened during heating
mode operation.
The purpose of this assembly is to:
• Minimizethechanceofrefrigerantleakingindoorsduring
the off cycle.
• Minimizethechanceofleakingalargeamountofrefrigerant.
System Design Capacity Load
Always calculate the system’s design load, for system sizing
purposes, to the maximum of the greater of the heating or
cooling design loads. See Example below.
EXAMPLE
If a house requires 36,000 BTUs in heating and 48,000 BTUs
in cooling. Select a 4 ton system (12,000 BTUs = 1 ton).
The vertical elevation differential between the bottom of the
earth loop and the top of the air handler must not be greater
than 125 feet per ton, with a maximum well depth of 400
feet. If the vertical elevation exceeds this design criteria, the
well depths can be shortened by adding an additional well.
Seasonal Transition
During the cooling to heating or heating to cooling transitional
seasons, the operating conditions of a direct geothermal
heat pump are quite different from a conventional air source
heat pump. Unlike an air source heat pump, the heat will not
immediately dissipate from the vicinity of the earth loop. During
cooling to heating or heating to cooling transition, the earth loop
may experience surround temperature conditions outside the
operation range of an air source heat pump. To make smooth
transition between the seasons, the compressor section is
equipped with components and control logics described in
the following sections.
Heating To Cooling Transition
• Thecompressorsectionincludesahotgasinjectionvalve
to ensure smooth transition from heating to cooling mode
operations. See Figure 6 (page 16).
• Afterheatingmodeoperation,theearthlooptemperature
may be below the normal underground temperature (around
58° F). As the refrigerant rises back from the well, the
system pressure drop is around 40 psig per 100 feet. As a
result, the refrigerant returning to the compressor section
is usually in two phases. In cooling mode after 3 minutes
of operation, if the suction pressure drops below 95 psig, a
hot gas solenoid valve opens momentarily.
• Dischargegasisinjectedintotheinletendoftheevaporator
coil via the liquid line. This process will repeat until the
suction pressure is above 95 psig.
• Ifafter60 hotgasinjections,thesuctionpressureisstill
below 95 psig, the system will go into soft lock out mode
(SL) for 60 minutes for the well to recover. See Table 7,
(page 14) for status and event codes.
• Afteronehour,thesystemwillrestartincoolingmode.Fora
properly designed well or a shallow well (200 feet or below)
the soft lock should rarely occur.
Cooling To Heating Transition
After cooling mode operation, the earth loop temperature may
be well above the normal underground temperature (around
58 °F). If abnormally high suction or discharge pressure is
detected in heating mode, the system will be turned off for 30
minutes for the well to recover. For a properly designed well,
the soft lock out should rarely occur.
Locating The Equipment
• Surveythejobsitetodeterminethebestlocationforsetting
the unit. Choose an appropriate location that minimizes the
length of the refrigerant lines. See Figure 5 (page 16) for
unit dimensions. Consideration should be given to availability
of electric power, service access, and noise. If there is any
question concerning the power supply, contact the local
power company.
• Selectasolid,levelposition,preferablyonconcrete.
• Sufcientclearanceforunobstructedservicetothecontrol
access panel must be maintained. See Figure 1 (page 6).
1. Locate the compressor unit in a carefully considered place
(i.e. usually in basement, attic, closet, utility room, garage,
or crawl space). Installation within the actual living space
is not recommended. Basement and attic installations
also require careful planning to avoid placement directly
above or below bedrooms, living rooms, etc., whenever
possible. Placing the unit on an appropriate mounting base
(rubber, corkboard, or the like) should always be done, as
this will assist in absorbing compressor vibration. If the unit
is mounted in an attic, it should preferably be hung from
rafters (to lessen ceiling vibration), and provisions made for
an extra condensation drip pan.
NOTE: When placing the compressor unit into position,
remember there are screws in the side panels. It is
recommended that the side panels of the compressor unit
be placed far enough away from walls or other structures so
that there is sufficient room to access the screws for future
servicing.
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2. Clearly identify and mark each incoming line with its
respective well (using colored tape and/or numbers).
NOTE: Group all vapor lines together and all liquid lines
together for runs through common trenched or walled areas.
Do not mix vapor lines and liquid lines together, even when
individuallyinsulated,as this may contributetoa“short-
circuiting” of heat transfer. Make sure the lines are all marked
and recorded for future reference. The installing contractor
should keep a copy of the location/distances sketch, and
give a second copy to the property owner.
3. Remove the top and front cover of the compressor unit. Pipe
connections, and electrical line access holes, are labeled
on the exterior right hand side of the compressor unit.
• Thetoptwolinesgototheairhandler.
• Thelowertwolinesgototheborehole.
• Insulateallsuchexposedhotgasrefrigeranttubingwith
at least a 220° F rated 3/4 inch thick wall insulation, such
as Armaflex, Rubatex, or Neoprene.
4. Place the compressor unit as close to the air handler as
reasonably possible to limit line set distances. See Figure 1.
Line Set Sizing Between Compressor Unit &
Air Handler
For line set sizing between the compressor and air handler
(or other interior heat exchanger), see Table 1:
18”
18”
18”
18”
FRONT
REAR
LEFT
SIDE
RIGHT
SIDE
LINESET &
ELECTRICAL
HOOKUPS
GEOTHERMAL
UNIT
NOTE: Allow 36” clearance from top of unit
Figure 1. Service Clearances for Interior &
Exterior installations
COMPRESSOR
SIZE (BTU)*
LIQUID
LINE
LINE
24,000 - 36,000 1/2 inch O.D. 3/4 inch O.D.
48,000 - 60,000 1/2 inch O.D. 7/8 inch O.D.
*Compressor size is the actual compressor size in the compressor unit box,
not maximum system capacity, system size, or air handler size.
Table 1. Line Set Sizing between the Compressor
Unit & Air Handler
Insulating Interior Line Sets
Insulate all interior refrigerant lines and their connections. The
compressor section contains the expansion valve and the
liquidlineismorelikelyto“sweat”asitcondensesmoisture
from the interior air.
Use at least a 3/4 inch wall closed-cell insulation that is
non-corrosive to copper to insulate all refrigerant lines. Use
Armaflex, Neoprene, or Rubatex having at least a 220° F
temperature rating for all interior vapor refrigerant lines, and
for all interior liquid refrigerant lines, use Tubolit, Armaflex,
Neoprene, or Rubatex having at least a 180° F liquid refrigerant
temperature rating.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Leave an air gap between the insulated vapor refrigerant
line and the insulated liquid refrigerant line wherever
possible. Do not tightly tape or wire tie the insulated lines
together. This will short circuit the heat transfer prior to
the primary heat transfer design areas in the air handler
and in the ground.
Use IsolationType Hangers
Isolate the interconnecting refrigerant tubing from the framing
and/or from the duct work, as well as from where refrigerant
tubing runs through stud spaces, enclosed ceilings, or pipe
chases, etc. Use isolation type hangers, since rigid fastening
transmits noise to the structure.
Brazing
Installation of equipment will require brazing operations.
Installer must comply with safety codes and wear appropriate
safety equipment (safety glasses, work gloves, fire extinguisher,
etc.) when performing brazing operations.
WARNING:
NITROGEN
HEALTH
FLAMMABILITY
REACTIVITY
0 Minimal Hazard
1 Slight Hazard
1
0
0
When purging the system with Nitrogen, avoid direct
face exposure or contact with valve when gas is
escaping. Always ensure adequate ventilation is
present during the depressurization process. Any
uncertainties should be addressed before proceeding.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
To prevent internal oxidation and scaling from occuring,
braze all connections with dry nitrogen flowing through
the joints.
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• Anelectricaldisconnectmustbelocatedwithinsightofand
readily accessible to the unit. This switch shall be capable
of electrically de-energizing the unit. See unit data label for
proper incoming field wiring. Any other wiring methods must
be acceptable to authority having jurisdiction.
• Itisrecommendedthatthelinevoltagetotheunitbesupplied
from a dedicated branch circuit containing the correct fuse
or circuit breaker for the unit.
• Overcurrentprotectionmustbeprovidedatthebranchcircuit
distribution panel and sized as shown on the unit rating
label and according to applicable local codes. See the unit
rating plate or Table 9 for maximum circuit ampacity and
maximum overcurrent protection limits.
• Theinstallershouldbecomefamiliarwiththewiringdiagram/
schematic before making any electrical connections to the
unit. See the unit wiring label or Figure 7.
• Useonlycopperwireforthelinevoltagepowersupplyto
this unit as listed in Table 2. Use proper code agency listed
conduit and a conduit connector for connecting the supply
wires to the unit. Even if not required by code, use of rain
tight conduit is always preferred.
• Ifreplacinganyoftheoriginalwiressuppliedwiththeunit,
the replacement wire must be copper wire consisting of the
same gauge and temperature rating.
• Providepowersupplyfortheunitinaccordancewiththe
unit wiring diagram, and the unit rating plate. Use UL listed
conduit and conduit connectors for connecting the supply
wires to the unit and for proper grounding. Field supplied
bushings for the power supply cables must be added to
support and protect the power supply cables.
Grounding
WARNING:
The unit cabinet must have an uninterrupted or
unbroken electrical ground to minimize personal
injury if an electrical fault should occur. Do not use
gas piping as an electrical ground!
This unit must be electrically grounded in accordance with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70) or the CSA C22.1 Electrical
Code. Use the grounding lug provided in the control box for
grounding the unit.
Thermostat Requirements
• This system can be controlled by any industry standard
thermostat. Set-back thermostats can be used, but are
generally not advantageous with geothermal systems. This
system has such low operational power requirements that
it is counter-productive to use them because the system
must work harder to bring the entire interior air space up to a
preferred temperature, rather than operating on a preferred
temperature“maintain”mode.
• Ifthesystemhaselectricstripheatback-upwithintheair
handler, the system can operate together with the electric
supplement heat, as the strip heating coils are installed
downstream of the refrigerant heat exchanger. The electric
strip heat is supplemental to the heat provided by the
geothermal system.
• Thethermostatusedwiththisequipmentmustoperatein
conjunction with any installed accessories.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury or property damage.
Improper servicing could result in dangerous
operation, serious injury, death or property damage.
to the unit.
disconnecting. Reconnect wires correctly.
• Electrical connections shall be in compliance with all
applicable local codes and ordinances, and with the current
revision of the National Electric Code (ANSI/NFPA 70).
• ForCanadianinstallations,theelectricalconnectionsand
grounding shall comply with the current Canadian Electrical
Code (CSA C22.1 and/or local codes).
Pre-Electrical Checklist
• Verifytheelectricalwiringtotheequipmentisincompliance
with the maximum electrical capacity listed on the equipment
unit data label. This includes both the compressor unit and
the air handler selected for use, as well as any other related
supplemental equipment.
• Verifythecircuitprotection(fuseorcircuitbreakersize)isin
compliance with the minimum circuit amp capacity listed on
the unit data label. This includes both the compressor unit
and the air handler selected for use, as well as any other
related supplemental equipment.
• Verifyallelectricpowerwiringconnectionsarecorrectand
tight prior to turning on any electrical power. Make sure
both the compressor section and air handler have been
properly grounded and have fuses and/or circuit breakers
in the primary electrical service box.
• Verifythattheserviceprovidedbytheutilityissufcientto
handle the additional load imposed by this equipment. See
the unit label or Table 9, (page 18).
• Verifyfactorywiringisinaccordancewiththeunitwiring
diagram Figure 7 (page 17). make sure no connections
came loose during shipping or installation.
COPPER WIRE SIZE — AWG
SUPPLY WIRE LENGTH-FEET
SUPPLY CIRCUIT
AMPACITY
200 150 100 50
6 8 10 14 15
4 6 8 12 20
4 6 8 10 25
4 4 6 10 30
3 4 6 8 35
3 4 6 8 40
2 3 4 6 45
2 3 4 6 50
2 3 4 6 55
1 2 3 4 60
Wire Size based on N.E.C. for 60° type copper conductors.
Table 2. Copper Wire Size
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REFRIGERANT CHARGING & UNIT START UP
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could result
in serious injury or property damage.
Improper servicing could result in dangerous
operation, serious injury, death or property damage.
to the unit.
disconnecting. Reconnect wires correctly.
WARNING:
The geothermal heat pump leaves the factory with
a nitrogen holding charge. Follow all charging
instructions for maximum unit performance and
efficiency. Only charge the unit with the refrigerant
listed on the unit rating plate. Some local codes
require licensed installation/service personnel to
service this type of equipment. Refrigerant charging
must be done by qualified personnel familiar with
safe and environmentally responsible refrigerant
handling procedures. Under no circumstances
should the owner attempt to install and/or service
this equipment. Failure to comply with this warning
could result in property damage, personal injury, or
death.
CAUTION:
This unit uses R-410A refrigerant. DO NOT use
any other refrigerant in this unit. Use of another
refrigerant may damage the unit.
CAUTION:
This unit uses R-410A refrigerant with POE oil. When
servicing, cover or seal openings to minimize the
exposure of the refrigerant system to air to prevent
accumulation of moisture and other contaminants.
• After refrigerant line connections are completed, it is required
that you leak check and evacuate the indoor section and all
line connections (using proper methods) before finalizing
the full system refrigerant charge. For final charges based
on matched systems and specified line lengths, see Table
4, (page 9).
• Pressure test the entire system at 400 psig with dry nitrogen
prior to pulling a vacuum and charging.
• Prior to charging the system with refrigerant, make sure
that a vacuum pump has been used to fully evacuate the
system to at least 250 microns.
Table 3. Thermostat Wire Gauge
THERMOSTAT
WIRE GAUGE
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED
THERMOSTAT WIRE LENGTH (FT)
24 25
22 45
20 70
18 110
• Wherelocalcodesrequirethatthethermostatwiringmust
be routed through a conduit or raceway, splices can be
made inside the unit; however, all wiring must be NEC
Class 1 and must be separated from incoming power leads.
Recommended low voltage wire gauges and wire lengths
are listed in Table 3.
• Thethermostatshouldbemountedabout5feetabovethe
floor on an inside wall. DO NOT install the thermostat on
an outside wall or any other location where its operation
may be adversely affected by radiant heat from fireplaces,
sunlight, or lighting fixtures, and convective heat from warm
air registers or electrical appliances. Refer to the thermostat
manufacturer’s instruction sheet for detailed mounting and
installation information.
Compressor Electrical
WARNING:
Turn the compressor unit OFF during installation
or servicing. Also turn OFF supplemental (backup)
heater power and/or fuel supply source (if applicable).
Failure to follow this safety warning exactly could
result in serious personal injury or death.
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NOTE: The entire refrigerant system must be fully evacuated
prior to system charging. Otherwise, moisture could be
present that could cause premature system damage and/
or failure.
• Therefrigerantchargecanbecheckedandadjustedthrough
the service ports provided. Use only line sets which have a
“Schrader”depressiondevicepresenttoactuatethevalve.
• Alterdryerisprovidedwiththeunitandmustbeinstalled
in the liquid line of the system. If the installation replaces
a system with a filter dryer already present, the filter dryer
must be replaced with the one supplied with the unit. The
filter dryer must be installed in strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s installation instructions.
Safety Requirements for Refrigerant Charging
WARNING:
R-410A is a colorless, non-flammable material that
is about 2.5 times denser than air. When leaked into
a living space, R-410A will displace air and settle
close to the floor. Large amount of refrigerant in a
occupied space increases the risk of potential health
hazards including dizziness, loss of concentration,
or in very confined spaces, asphyxiation.
ASHRAE Standard 15-2010 (Standard 15) and ANSI
ASHRAE Standard 34-2010 (Standard 34). According
to these standards, if local codes exist, the local codes
will take precedence.
• Standard34denesthemaximumallowedconcentration
of R-410A in an occupied space (without ventilation) as
25 lb./1000 ft^3. The concentration of refrigerant in any
occupied space must not exceed this limit.
• First itis necessarytodeterminetheoccupied areathat
has most potential for having the highest concentration of
refrigerant in the event of a leak prior to installing the unit.
To determine the Total Actual Occupied Volume (TAOV),
use the following formula:
Average height * Average Length * Average Width
NOTE: The volume of the plenum and return/supply air ducts
may also be included in the calculation. If the calculated
concentration for the refrigerant being used exceeds 25
lb./1000 ft^3, the system is not permitted.
Where the average height, length, and width is the actual
occupant dimensions. More detailed definitions are given in
Standard 15.
• Next,estimatetheTotalRequiredOccupiedVolume(TROV)
needed for safe installation by using the following formula:
The examples below were calculated assuming:
• 25’ single line length between well and compressor
sections (L1) and 6’ single line length between
compressor section and air handler (L2). For the 2
ton example, the well length is 200 ft and for the 5 ton
example, the well length is 400 ft. as shown in Table 4.
• TheinstalledsystemiswithanestimatedR-410Acharge,
without a machinery room, and the ceiling in the house
is 8 foot high.
2 TON EXAMPLE
To calculate TROV: 29.3 (lb.) of R-410A x 40 = 1172 ft^3
If the ceiling in the house is 8 foot high: 1172 ft^3
÷ 8 =
146 ft
2.
If the TAOV measurement is less than 146 ft
2,
use
any one of the 3 options below to install the unit.
5 TON EXAMPLE
To calculate TROV: 87 (lb.) of R-410A x 40 = 34802 ft^3
If the ceiling in the house is 8 foot high: 3480 ft^3
÷ 8 =
435 ft
2.
If the TAOV measurement is less than 435 ft
2,
use
any one of the 3 options below to install the unit.
Option 1: If the compressor section or air handler section are
installed in a small room, a small vent (4”x8”) can be installed
on the bottom of the return air duct (at the air handler) no more
than 6 inches from the floor.
Option 2: A 40 sq. inch square grill can be installed in the
door of the small room or between the adjoining wall of the
small room and a larger room no more than 6 inches from
the floor. The total volume of the small room and the larger
room must satisfy the TROV requirements.
Option 3: A 1” undercut is allowed on the bottom door of the
small room and an adjoining larger room as long as the total
volume of the small room and the larger room satisfy the
TROV requirements.
2 TON 3 TON 4 TON 5 TON
WELL
LENGTH
(FT.)
R-410A
CHARGE
OZ. (LBS)
WELL
LENGTH
(FT.)
R-410A
CHARGE
OZ. (LBS)
WELL
LENGTH
(FT.)
R-410A
CHARGE
OZ. (LBS)
WELL
LENGTH
(FT.)
R-410A
CHARGE
OZ. (LBS)
200 469 (29.3) 325 854 (53.4) 400 1,313 (82) 400 1,313 (82)
165 393 (24.6) 250 692 (43.3) 325 1,133 (70.8) 325 1,133 (70.8)
130 318 (19.9) 200 584 (36.5) 280 1,025 (64) (x2) 250 1,553 (97)
NOTES:
• Thechargeamountsshownabovearefortotalsysteminitialcharge.
• Initialchargeaboveassumesa6ftlinesetlengthbetweenthecompressorunitandtheairhandler(L1).
• Initialchargeaboveassumesa25ftlinesetlengthbetweenthecompressorunitandtheearthloop(L2).
• Iflinesetlengthsaredifferentthanthedefaultlengthsof6ftforL1and25ftforL2,makeadjustmentsaccordingtoTable 5, (page 10).
Table 4. Recommended Initial R410-A Charges
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CAUTION:
Do not pull a vacuum on the the earth loop until
all of the Grout 111 has cured. Failure to comply
may cause damage to the copper or polyethylene
tubing. Consult the installation guide supplied with
the earth loop.
1. The shut off valves on the compressor unit all remain shut,
and the cut-off valve(s) at the end of the liquid line assembly
are opened to the field.
2. Pull a vacuum on the air handler side.
3. Pull a vacuum on the field side.
4. Pull a vacuum on the compressor unit. NOTE: Because of
check valves/reversing valves within the compressor unit that
isolate various segments, the vacuum on the compressor
unit must be pulled from 3 areas:
a.) The suction line to the compressor. See Figure 6 (page
16) for component locations.
b.) The discharge line from the compressor.
c.) And from the very top, front, insulated liquid line, (this
line goes to the air handler from the compressor unit,
but the vacuum must be pulled from the schrader valve
to the left of the sight glass, on the compressor side of
the shut-off valve to the air handler).
• After a 250 micron vacuum (minimum) has been pulled in
the air handler side, immediately insert a 2 lb. holding charge
of R-410A, and replace and tightly secure all schrader valve
caps. Schrader valves are designed to primarily contain
pressurized refrigerant, and, if left without a tightly sealed
cap, will lose a vacuum.
• After a 250 micron vacuum (minimum) has been pulled in
the borehole side, immediately insert a 2 lb. holding charge
of R-410A, and replace and tightly secure all schrader valve
caps.
• After a 250 micron vacuum (minimum) has been pulled in all
three segments of the compressor unit, insert a 3 lb. holding
charge of R-410A. Equally segment the 3 lb. holding charge
among all three segments, and replace and tightly secure
all schrader valve caps. See Example.
EXAMPLE
If a 3 lb. holding charge is used for the entire compressor
unit, place 1 lb. in the suction line to the compressor, place
1 lb. in the discharge line from the compressor, and place 1
lb. in the top, front, insulated liquid line. Replace and tightly
secure all schrader valve caps.
• Theremainingbalanceofthetotalchargeshouldthenbe
inserted into the vapor line to the field.
Recommended R-410A Charging Procedure
After the installed system is evacuated and the electric wiring
is in place, the system is ready to be charged with R-410A
refrigerant. R-410A charging is an important part of the system
installation. Too much refrigerant will flood the accumulator
in heating mode causing the compressor to draw high watts.
Too little refrigerant will freeze the indoor coil in cooling
mode operation. The recommended charging method is
to charge refrigerant to the middle of the sight glass of
the accumulator during heating operation.
In cooling mode (with correct R-410A charge), the refrigerant
returning from the well is in a saturated condition. The
conventional method of charging by sub-cooling is not
applicable to this system.
The recommended charging procedure includes:
1. Initial charge,
2. Start in heating and charge to the middle of the sight glass,
3. System check.
Initial Charge
• WhenchargingthesystemwithR-410A,alwaysturnthe
refrigerant bottle upside down so that the liquid refrigerant
feeds from the bottom of the tank. Table 4 lists the
recommended initial R-410A charge.
• After the initial R-410A charge is determined, the initial
amount of R-410A can be added to the system in OFF
mode. In order to reduce the chance of over-charging the
system, the initial charge is approximately 0 to 7 lbs. less
than the final required charge. A refrigerant reclaimer/pump
may be necessary.
When adding initial R-410A charge
1. Make sure the system is off.
2. Make sure all 4 service valves inside the compressor unit
are open.
3. Add liquid R-410A to the vapor line charging port until either
the total initial charge is reached or no more refrigerant can
be added to the system.
4. Determine appropriate amount of charge for L1 & L2 line
sets. See NOTES in Table 4.
5. Add liquid R-410A to the vapor line charging port to the air
handler until the total initial charge is reached.
Starting In Heating Mode & Charging To Sight
Glass
If all wiring is properly completed, the system may then be
turned on, as instructed in this manual. The system may
not engage immediately because of a time delay on the
control board.
Before starting the system in heating mode, make sure
the home owner is aware of the heating mode operation.
Especially in the summer time, the home temperature may
be uncomfortable during R-410A charging. Close all electrical
disconnects to energize the system.
1. Start the system in heating mode and run for at least 15
minutes.
2. Look at the sight glass on the accumulator. If the float is at
the bottom of the accumulator the system is undercharged.
If the float is on the top of the accumulator, the system is
over charged.
3. If the system in under charged, add liquid R-410A refrigerant
slowly to the charging port on the vapor line, until the float
is in the middle of the sight glass.
LINE
SETS
3/4” 7/8”
L1 0.86 0.96
L2 1.07 1.17
Adjustments in oz per ft if L1 or L2 do not equal the default values in Table
4 (page 9).
Table 5. Line Set Adjustments
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4. If the system is over charged, recover liquid refrigerant
slowly from the charging port on the liquid line from the air
handler until the float is in the middle of the sight glass.
5. Let the system run for at least 30 minutes. Make sure the
float is still in the middle of the sight glass. If the float is not
in the middle, repeat steps 3, 4, & 5.
System Check
After R-410A is charged to the middle of the sight glass (in
heating), the discharge and suction pressure may be measured
to make sure that the system is operating normally.
• Thedischargepressureshouldbebetween300–350psig.
• Thesuctionpressureshouldbebetween100–150psig.
During the summer, after charging in heating mode, the
system should be shifted to cooling mode operation. Since
the system just ran in heating mode, the well will be cold. The
system discharge pressure is usually below 300 psig and the
suction pressure is usually below 100 psig. As time passes,
the well will gradually heat up and both the discharge and
suction pressure will increase. In a hot summer, the discharge
pressure could reach 400 psig and the suction pressure could
exceed 140 psig.
If an unknown or unidentifiable restriction is observed between
the high compressor discharge psig and low compressor
suction psig, check the entering and exiting temperature at
the oil separator. NOTE: The oil separator has a glass filter,
which may have become clogged. The pressure drop across
the oil separator should be no more than 5 psig. See Table 6.
Air Circulation - Indoor Blower
1. Set the thermostat system mode on OFF and the fan mode
to ON.
2. Verify the blower runs continuously. Check the air delivery
at the supply registers and adjust register openings for
balanced air distribution. If insufficient air is detected,
examine ductwork for leaks or obstructions.
3. Set the thermostat fan mode to AUTO and verify the blower
stops running.
System Heating
1. Set the thermostat’s system mode to HEAT and the fan
mode to AUTO.
2. Gradually adjust the thermostat temperature setpoint above
room temperature and verify that the compressor unit and
the indoor blower energize.
OPERATING SEQUENCE
Cooling
1. After receiving a Y1 and O input the system will begin cooling
operation
2. Prior to compressor start, discharge pressure and suction
pressure are checked by the system control.
a. If the discharge pressure is above 635 psig, the system
will not start.
b. If the suction pressure is below 20 psig, the system will
not start.
c. If any temperature sensor is shorted or open, the system
will not start.
d. If any pressure sensor is open, the system will not start.
e. If the system has run in the previous 5 minutes, a 5
minute anti-short cycle timer must expire before the
system will restart.
3. If the above conditions are met the compressor will start
and the reversing valve shift into position if not already in
the cooling position
a. At any time during compressor operation the system
will stop if:
– Thedischargepressureexceeds635psig.
– The suction pressure falls below 25 psig after 1
minute of compressor operation.
– Anytemperaturesensorbecomesshortedoropen.
– Anypressuresensorbecomesopen.
– TheO input is removed.
– TheY1 input is removed.
b. If the suction pressure is below 95 psig, the hot gas
injection valve will be opened for 10 seconds every 3
minutes until the suction pressure is above 95 psig. If
this continues for 60 hot gas injection activations, the
system will go into soft lock out mode (SL) for 60 minutes
for the well to recover. See Table 7, (page 14) for
status and event codes.
c. While the compressor is operating in cooling mode the
EXV attempts to control the superheat at the compressor
inlet to 7° F +/- 3° F. The EXV fully closes when the Y1
input is removed.
Heating
1. After receiving a Y1 input (with no O) the system will begin
heating operation
2. Prior to compressor start discharge pressure and suction
pressure are checked.
a. If the discharge pressure is above 635 psig the system
will not start
b. If the suction pressure is below 20 psig the system will
not start
c. If any temperature sensor is shorted or open, the system
will not start.
d. If any pressure sensor is open, the system will not start.
e. If the system has run in the previous 5 minutes, a 5
minute anti-short cycle timer must expire before the
system will restart
3. If the above conditions are met the compressor will start
and the reversing valve shift into position if not already in
the heating position.
a. On units equipped with a Well Seal Valve, the valve will
open 5 seconds prior to compressor start.
b. At any time during compressor operation the system
will stop if:
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– Thedischargepressureexceeds635psig.
– The suction pressure falls below 25 psig after 1
minute of compressor operation.
– Anytemperaturesensorbecomesshortedoropen.
– Anypressuresensorbecomesopen.
– TheO input is activated.
– TheY1 input is removed.
c. After 1 minute of operation if the suction pressure
exceeds 236 psig or the discharge pressure 600 psig,
the system will stop for 30 minutes to allow well recovery
and code 09 or 10 will appear in the two digit display.
d. If at any time during heating operation the compressor
is prevented from running due to one of the above
conditions the W2 output will be energized.
e. When the system is operating in heating mode the EXV
moves to control the discharge pressure between 300
and 346 psig. The EXV fully closes when Y1 is removed.
In either mode, if any condition causes a compressor stoppage
to occur 5 times during a single Y1 input, the system will lock
out and not operate for 1 hour to allow well recovery. See
Table 7, (page 14) for status and event codes.
Creatingashortacrosstheterminalmarked“TEST”willcause
the system to ignore the anti-short cycle timer described above.
All other functionality is the same.
UNIT MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE OR
EXPLOSION HAZARD
Failure to follow safety warnings exactly could
result in serious injury or property damage.
Improper servicing could result in dangerous
operation, serious injury, death or property
damage.
to the unit.
disconnecting. Reconnect wires correctly.
Proper maintenance is important to achieve optimum
performance. The ability to properly perform maintenance on
this equipment requires certain mechanical skills and tools.
If you do not possess these skills, contact your dealer for
maintenance. Consult your local dealer about the availability
of maintenance contracts.
Routine maintenance should include the following:
• Visuallyinspecttheunitatthebeginningofeachheating
and cooling season. Remove any debris.
• Inspect the electrical connections for tightness at the
beginning of each heating and cooling season. Service as
necessary.
• Checkpressuredropacrosstheoilseparator.
• Checktemperaturedropacrossthelter/drier.
CAUTION:
The unit should never be operated without a filter
in the return air system. Replace disposable filters
with the same type and size.
• Inspectandcleanorreplaceairltersatthebeginningof
each heating and cooling season, or more frequently if
required.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
DO NOT leave the filter/drier exposed to the exterior air.
Install as soon as seals are removed. Failure to comply
will impair the filter’s capacity.
Filter / Drier
If the temperature drop across the filter/drier exceeds 3° F,
it must be replaced.
Replacing the Oil Separator Filter
The oil separator has an internal filter which is installed at the
factory. The second filter is to be used as a replacement within
24 to 48 hours of operation. These coalescent filters will pick
up all dirt and particulates down to 0.3 microns. Typical filter/
driers only catch 50 microns or larger.
Frequently check the pressure drop across the separator on
new installations. See Figure 2 and Table 5, (page 10).
• Change the filter after an initial 24 to 48 hours of operation
or if the pressure drop across the separator exceeds 5
psig.
• Intheeventofa compressor burn-out, use a clean-up
filter and monitor the pressure drop. Install a standard filter
when the pressure drop across the separator exceeds
5 psig.
Adding Compressor Oil
Oil must be added whenever any of the system’s oil separator
or accumulators are replaced. If the oil separator is replaced,
add 20 ounces of POE oil to the new oil separator prior to
installation. If an accumulator is replaced, add 10 ounces of
POE oil to the new accumulator prior to installation. If two
accumulators are replaced, 10 ounces of oil must be added
to each new accumulator.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
After adding additional oil to a replaced oil separator,
wait one full hour before starting the system if oil was
accidently added through the top intake refrigerant line
to the oil separator. Otherwise, the filter within the oil
separator may incur excessive pressure and become
damaged and/or ineffective.
There are 2 ways to add additional oil:
• Slowlyaddoilthroughtheschradervalveonthesuction
line to either the accumulator or compressor during system
operation, via the use of a pressure gauge set.
• Usinganoilpump,pumpoilintoaschradervalveinthesuction
side of the system’s accumulator. A simple hand operated
oil pump is fully adequate and easy to use. ALWAYS be
careful to place the supply can of POE oil onto a refrigerant
scale so that you can assure the correct amount of oil is
added.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
If the unit fails to operate check the following:
• Isthethermostatoperatingproperlyandisitontheproper
heat/cool temperature setting?
• Isthecircuitbreakertripped?Alsocheckforablownfuse
in the air handler.
• Isthelterdirtyorthereturnductworkrestricted?
• Did any wires from the compressor to the contactor, or
between the capacitor and contactor, work loose or get
damaged?
• Inspectthecapacitorandmakesureitisnotdamaged(by
lightning or a power surge) and is functioning.
• In a multiple earth loop system,checkthetemperatures
of the vapor and liquid lines. Measure and compare the
temperature of each vapor line. Separately measure and
compare the temperature of each liquid line.If there is a
difference, there could be a restriction in one of the wells.
• Checkthesystempressures.Ifverylow,theremaybea
refrigerant leak or the compressors internal overload is
open.
Two Digit Display
This unit is equipped with a two digit display (shown in Figure
3) that communicates the status of the unit as well as current
and recent events. When power is applied to the unit a series
of4numbersaredisplayedseparatedbyblinking“..”.These
numbers represent the firmware version.
Whentheunitisreadytorun,itwilldisplay“--”whichindicates
that the unit is in standby mode. The display will alternate
between the current status and any current or recent events.
See Table 7, (page 14) for status and event codes.
The display alternates between showing the current status
code and the 5 most recent event codes as shown in Table
3. If an event code is flashing the conditions associated with
that event code are currently true. Each code is displayed
for2secondswith1second of ashing “..” between each
code. An example sequence is shown in Figure 4 and Table
8, (page 14).
Filter
Gasket
Inlet
From Compressor
Outlet
To Reversing Valve
Nuts (x10)
Filter Nut
High Efficiency Filter Clean-Up Filter
Pressure
Relief
Figure 2. Filter Replacement
PRESSURE DROP
% OF FILTER
LOADED
ACTION
<5 psigD - 0.34 bar
50% Change Filter
<7 psigD - 0.48 bar
60% Change Filter
<10 psigD - 0.69 bar
70% Change Filter
<12 psigD - 0.83 bar
75% Change Filter
<15 psigD - 1.03 bar
80% Change Filter
<20 to 25 psigD - 1.4 to 1.7 bar
85% Change Filter
<30 to 40 psigD - 2.1 to 2.8 bar
90%
Filter o-ring could dislodge
<60 to 80 psigD - 4.1 to 5.5 bar
95% Filter could rupture
Table 6. Filter Pressure Drop
8.8.
TEST
EXV VALVE
SUCTION PRESSURE
SUCTION TEMP
DISCHARGE PRESSURE
DISCHARGE TEMP
REVERSING VALVE COMPRESSOR
POWER WSV
HGIV
2 DIGIT DISPLAY
RV2
RV1
L2
Figure 3. Control Board
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Loss Of Capacity
• If the system looses capacity (does not maintain the
thermostat temperature setting), either the system is under-
sized, there is a malfunctioning metering device, or there is
a possible refrigerant leak. NOTE: If a leak occurs, head and
suction pressures will be low, ice will likely form on the air
handler refrigerant lines (when the system is in the cooling
mode), and the compressor will become very hot (usually
over 200° F in the heating mode).
• Ifaleakhasoccurred,removeallrefrigerant,xtheleak,
and re-weigh in the correct originally recorded amount of
virgin refrigerant shown in the charging instructions.
• Ifthesystemisunder-sized,theproblemwilltypicallybecome
apparent in cooling mode. As more sub-surface heat transfer
tubing area exposure is required in the cooling mode than
in the heating mode. If only modestly under-sized, normal
supply/return temperature differentials will be close, but not
at peak, and pressures will be abnormally high during the
day, but will typically return to close to normal levels by the
morning.
Restricted Refrigerant System
The following conditions are apparent in the cooling mode of
operation. A restriction may not be evident in both the heating
and the cooling modes of operation.While restrictions may
result from a number of causes, the following are examples
of common restrictions.
• Dirtylter/dryer
• Acrimped/damagedrefrigerantline.
• Amal-functioningreversingvalveorexpansiondevice.
• Debrislodgedwithinanexpansiondevice.
• Cloggedoilseparatorlter
Check for crimped/damaged refrigerant lines and check the
metering device. A partial restriction at the metering device
can result in gurgling sounds, whereas a complete restriction
will result in no sound at all because there is no refrigerant
flow. If there is a restriction at the metering device, frost/icing
may appear on the exterior of the suction line between the
metering device and the compressor.
If there is a complete restriction, the compressor’s amperage
draw may be lower than normal since the compressor is running
in a vacuum with no load. The compressor will eventually
overheat and shut off by its own internal overload, since the
motor’s windings are not being cooled by refrigerant vapor.
Sand Or Dirt In The Sub-Surface Tubing
(Prior to Initial Charging)
The following steps should be performed if debris removal
is required after the field lines have been connected to the
liquid line assembly:
1. Recover all refrigerant from from the line set to the borehole.
2. Close off the lower two shut-off valves to the borehole at
the end of the liquid line assembly.
3. Cut open the vapor lines outside the compressor section.
4. Install a shutoff valve on the top open end of the vapor line.
NOTE: After the valve is installed, make sure it is in the
closed position.
5. Starting with a full large bottle of dry nitrogen, fill the line
set with 500 psig of dry nitrogen, and keep the pressure
regulator open at 500 psig. Keeping a safe clearance from
the end of the vapor line, point the end of the vapor line
away from any object that could be damaged by exiting
debris. Instantly open the shut-off valve on the vapor line,
Figure 4. Example of Event Code
b.p.
DISPLAY
DURATION
(SECONDS)
INDICATES
SL
2 Current Status
..
1
2 Most Recent Event
..
1
2 Next Event
..
1
2 Next Event
..
1
2 Next Event
..
1
2 Oldest Event
..
1
Repeats
In this example, the unit has entered soft lock mode due to excessive hot
gas injection events.
Table 8. Example Sequence
Table 7. Status & Event Codes
STATUS
CODE
DESCRIPTION
Unit is running in cooling mode
Unit is running in heating mode
Unit is in standby, waiting for a call to operate
SL
Unit has entered a Soft Lock state due to excessive faults.
CODE
DESCRIPTION
The unit is delaying start because the anti-short cycle timer
has not yet expired
The unit has opened the Hot Gas Injection Valve
The unit did not start due to high discharge pressure
The unit has stopped due to high discharge pressure
The unit did not start due to low suction pressure
The unit has stopped due to low suction pressure
The suction pressure sensor has a fault
The suction temperature sensor has a fault
The discharge pressure sensor has a fault
The unit has stopped due to excessive Hot Gas Injection
Events
The unit ended heating mode early due to high suction
pressure
The unit ended heating mode early due to high discharge
pressure
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while maintaining the full nitrogen flow rate into the liquid
line. Continue to blast the full nitrogen flow until the sand
or dirt is removed from the tubing.
NOTE: If the dry nitrogen purge is not successful in removing
the debris, flush the tubing with one to two (depending on
severity of debris) full large bottles of RX-11. This is done by
attaching the RX-11 bottle to the liquid line of the sub-surface
refrigerant tubing, turning the RX-11 bottle upside down,
and opening the valve all the way. Let the entire bottle flow
through the sub-surface tubing. Use only approved RX-11
recovery procedures when evacuating the refrigerant.
6. Remove the temporary valves and reconnect the liquid and
vapor lines.
7. Evacuate and weigh in the correct initial charge listed in
Table 4, (page 9).
8. Continuously operate the system in the cooling mode for
at least one full hour, so that any remaining debris will be
washed up with the liquid refrigerant. If there is more than
a 3° F differential, install a new filter/dryer in the liquid line
assembly as often as necessary until there is less than a
3° F differential.
9. Operate the system in 24 hour segments, changing the filter/
dryer as often as necessary until there is no more than a
3° F differential across the filter/dryer.
NOTE: The filter/dryer may be changed by isolating the
air handler segment using the shut-off valves inside the
compressor unit.
Operating pressures Are Too High Or Too Low
(above 375 psig on the High pressure Side and
80 psig or less on the Low Pressure (Suction)
Side)
• Duringheatingtocoolingtransition,thesystempressure
may initially drop below 80 psig but should rise back to
correct operational levels. This event is normal for this
system. During cooling to heating transition, the discharge
pressure may initially rise above 375 psig but should drop
back to correct operational levels.
• Checkthelter/dryerintheliquidlineassembly.Verifythere
is no more than a 3° F temperature differential. See filter/
drier section on page 12.
• Checkthepressuresacrosstheoilseparatortodetermine
if the filter within the oil separator is dislodged or clogged.
• CheckchargelevelasdetailedintheStartingInHeating
Mode & Charging To Sight Glass section (page 10).
The System Doesn’t Supply Warmed Air In The
Winter Or Cooled Air In The Summer
• Check system operational pressures for a potential
refrigerant leak (operational pressures will be too low).
NOTE: If pressures are too high in the summer, or too low
in the winter, the geothermal heat pump exchange field
may have been overstressed. This can be accomplished
by either turning the system off (use your supplemental
back-up heating during the winter), for only one 24 hour
period, or by adjusting the thermostat setting to a higher
than normal setting during the summer and to a lower than
normal setting during the winter (usually for several days).
• Whenpressuresreturntonormallevels,eldreturnrefrigerant
temperature returns to normal operational temperatures, air
supply temperatures return to normal levels, and extended
system operational times return to normal, the field has
recovered and the temperature settings may be returned
to their preferred levels.
The Compressor Unit Will Not Start
• Checkthetimedelayonthecontrolboard(intheelectrical
box) inside the compressor unit. The unit will not start
until the set time delay period (5 minutes) has expired:
after an electrical outage, after a breaker is turned back on,
after switching from heating to cooling or vice versa, etc.
• Thetimedelayperiodmaynothaveexpired,orthecontrol
board may be malfunctioning.
• Someairhandlersmayhaveaninternalstartdelaythatwill
effectively prevent total system operation until the delay
time has expired.
The System Will Not Maintain The Thermostat
Set Point
• Checkthesystemcharge,headandsuctionpressures,and
air handler entering/exiting air temperature differentials. For
additional charging instructions, see page 8.
• Checkforrestrictionsintheairow.Areltersdirtyand/or
is the air return blocked by furniture? Check the thermostat
also.
• Checktheemergencyback-upheatforproperfunctioning
if the exterior weather is below design temperatures.
• Checkthereturnairductsforleaksandmakesuretheair
handler ductwork is tightly sealed. An improperly sealed
air handler in an unconditioned area will directly pull in
unconditioned air and overstress the system.
The Supply Temperature Is Too Cold
Below 90° F In Heating Mode
• The system has been over-stressed beyond design
parameters.
• Thesystemhasbeenundersized.
• TheCFMand/orthefansettingfortheinteriorairhandler
is too high. NOTE: This is a very common occurrence, as
the fan speed may have been set on high.
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FIGURES & TABLES
Contactor
Relay
Control
Board
Compressor
Accumulator
Low Voltage
Divider
Electric
Box Cover
Small Valve
Compressor
Bolt & Grommet
Reversing
Valve
Oil Separator
& Bracket
Check Valve
Hot Gas
Bypass
Valve & Coil
Large Valve
Small Valve
EXV Valve & Coil
Solenoid Valve
& Coil
Figure 6. Components
H
W
L
8.72
11.25
13.86
16.38
19.90
22.40
1.54
5.42
5.26
Liquid Line to
Air Handler
Vapor Line to
Air Handler
Vapor Line to
Earth Loop
Liquid Line to
Earth Loop
Line Voltage Connections
Low Voltage Connections
Figure 5. Dimensions
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WIRING DIAGRAM
FIELD WIRING
LEGEND:
LOW VOLTAGE
HIGH VOLTAGE
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NOTES:
1. Disconnect all power before servicing.
2. For supply connections use copper conductors only.
3. Not suitable on systems that exceed 150 volts to ground.
4. For replacement wires use conductors suitable for 105 deg.C.
5. For ampacities and overcurrent protection, see unit rating plate.
1. Couper le courant avant de faire letretien.
2. Employez uniquement des conducteurs en cuivre.
3. Ne convient pas aux installations de plus de 150
volt a la terre.
6. Connect to 24 vac/60va/class 2 circuit. See air handler
installation instructions for control circuit and optional relay/
transformer kits.
711415A
(Replaces 7114150 )
12/23
O
Y2
Y1
C
L
R
W2
RELAY
THESE WIRES, RELAY AND WELL SEAL VALV E
ON 4 & 5 TON(14 & 17.5 kW) UNITS ONLY
CCH
SUCTION
TEMP
TO 1PH
POWER SUPPLY
GND
CONTACTOR
T2
L2
T1
REVERSING
VALVE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
HOT GAS
INJECTOR
EXV
MOTOR
SUCTION
PRESSURE
SENSOR
DISCHARGE
PRESSURE
SENSOR
HIGH
PRESSURE
SWITCH
S
R
C
Y1
O
W2
THERMOSTAT
CAPACITOR
WELL SEAL
VALVE
S
COMPRESSOR
S
R
C
RED
BLACK
YELLOW
L1
RV1 CCRV2
WSV
HGIV
RED
YELLOW
WHITE
ORANGE
GREY
BLUE
HARNESS
634850
HARNESS
634800
YELLOW
HARNESS
2C8861
RED
GREY
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
GREY
BLACK
BLACK
BLACK
Figure 7. Wiring Diagram
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NORDYNE GSHP GEOTHERMAL SYSTEM
Y1SA-E24K
(2 TON)
Y1SA-E36K
(3 TON)
Y1SA-E48K
(4 TON)
Y1SA-E60K
(5 TON)
Compressor
Data
Volts-Cycles-Phase (1) 208/230V, 1phase, 60Hz
Min. Circuit Ampacity (MCA) 16 21 28 33
Max. Overcurrent Protection (MOP) 25 35 45 50
Rated Load Amps (RLA) 12.8 16.6 21.8 26.2
Locked Rotor Amps (LRA) 58.3 79 117 134
Air Handler Match B6EMMN36K-B B6EMMN36K-B B6EMMN60K-C B6EMMN60K-C
Physical
Data
Length (L) 25.1 25.1 25.1 25.1
Width (W) 25.2 25.2 25.2 25.2
Height (H) 30.5 30.5 30.5 30.5
Weight 165 170 215 220
RefrigerantLine O.D.
(Both to air handler and earth loop)
3/4” 3/4” 7/8” 7/8”
Liquid Line O.D.
(Both to air handler and earth loop)
1/2” 1/2” 1/2” 1/2”
†† Unit is shipped from factory with nitrogen holding charge.
Table 9. Electrical & Physical Data
Insulated
Liquid line
400 FT
(122 M)
Max Depth
Grout
Torpedo
Suction line
Borehole filled
with Grout 111
Frost Line
Figure 8.
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7
7
6
6
6
6
5
5
5
7
5
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
4
5
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
6
5
5
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
7
7
7
5
4
5
2
1
2
2
3
4
7
5
6
6
2
2
3
3
3
3
3
3
2
3
3
4
4
Moist (A)
Marine (C)
Dry (B)
Warm-Humid
Below White Line
NOTE: Zone 7 includes all of Alaska except for the following
burroughs in Zone 8: Bethel, Northwest Arctic, Dellingham,
Southeast Fairbanks, N. Star, Wade Hampton, Nome,
Yukon-Koyukuk, North Slope.
NOTE: Zone 1 includes
Hawaii, Guam, Puerto Rico,
and the Virgin Islands
Figure 9. Climate Map
IECC ZONES EARTH LOOP SIZE (FT/TON)
1, 2, 3A, 3B 100
3C, 4A, 4B 80
4C, 5, 6, 7, 8 65
There are exceptions to the earth loop sizes shown in this table. Within a
climate zone, the weather, and underground conditions vary from place
to place. The earth loop length may need to be adjusted accordingly.
Earth loop size indicated in the table assumes installation within bedrock
or permanently water saturated ground.
Specifications & illustrations subject to change
without notice or incurring obligations (01/15).
INSTALLATION / PERFORMANCE CHECK LIST
HEATING / COOLING SYSTEM
All earth loops received, installed, and
grouted according to the instructions in
the earth loop installation guide?
YES NO
Operational Compressor Amps: ......................................
Operational Air Handler Amps: ........................................
Compressor Suction Psig Pressure: ____ Temp. (° F) _________
Compressor Discharge Psig Pressure: ____Temp. (° F) ________
Total Amps: ____________ Volts _________________
Fan speed: High_______ Medium ________ Low __________
CFM Airflow: ....................................................................
HEATING MODE
Supply Air Out of Air Handler (DB): ................................ (° F)
Return Air Into Air Handler (DB): .................................... (° F)
Superheat ....................... (° F) at Compressor in Heating Mode
Temperature Differential ΔT (DB) .................................... (° F)
COOLING MODE
Supply Air Out of Air Handler (DB): ................................ (° F)
Return Air Into Air Handler (DB): .................................... (° F)
Superheat .......................... (° F) at Compressor in Cooling Mode
Temperature Differential ΔT (DB) .................................... (° F)
Supply Air RH _____________ % Return Air RH ___________ %
Identify each well and its respective line set location and length (between the
compressor unit and well). Maintain a site diagram for future location reference in
your files. Give an extra copy to the owner. Provide line set lengths, as well as liquid
and vapor line tubing size in each line set (line sets should all be the same size):
Number of borehole(s) or Earth Loop(s): ____________________
Depth of each borehole or Earth Loop ___________________ (Ft)
LINE SET SIZE:
Vapor line O.D. (Inches): ______ Liquid line O.D. (inches) _______
Line set distances to each well _____________________
DISTANCE BETWEEN THE COMPRESSOR AND THE AIR HANDLER
Distance (feet) __________________________________
TUBING SIZE
Vapor line O.D. (Inches): ______ Liquid line O.D. (inches) _______
INSTALLATION ADDRESS:
CITY: STATE:
UNIT MODEL #
UNIT SERIAL #
Unit Installed minimum clearances per
Figure 1 (page 6)?
YES NO
INSTALLER NAME:
CITY: STATE:
Has the owner’s information been
reviewed with the customer?
YES NO
Has the literature packet been left
with the unit?
YES NO
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Electrical connections tight? YES NO
Line voltage polarity correct? YES NO
Has the thermostat been calibrated? YES NO
Is the thermostat level? YES NO
SINGLE PHASE UNITS
Rated Voltage: ................................................................. VOLTS
L1-L2 Volts: ...................................................................... VOLTS
3–PHASE UNITS
Rated Voltage: ................................................................. VOLTS
L1-L2 Volts: ...................................................................... VOLTS
L1-L3 Volts: ...................................................................... VOLTS
L2-L3 Volts: ...................................................................... VOLTS
Avg. Volts: ........................................................................ VOLTS
Max. deviation of voltage from avg. volts: ........................ VOLTS
% Volt Imbalance: ............................................................ VOLTS
DUCT SYSTEM
Filter(s) secured in place? YES NO
Filter(s) clean? YES NO
709729A (Replaces 7097290)
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